Logistics Specialist

Drive structured freight cost optimization by building visibility, benchmarking against market, identifying inefficiencies, and delivering measurable cost savings. The role will provide a monthly cost reduction report with clear savings vs market/benchmark. Strong hands-on experience in truck transportation procurement, planning, and loading optimization.

Key Responsibilities:

Build end-to-end freight cost visibility (/MT, /truck, depot-wise cost vs sales, lane-wise analysis)

Conduct benchmarking (Across teams, and vs market rates)

Identify and execute cost-saving opportunities (rate alignment, truck utilization improvement, routing optimization, movement reduction)

Develop and implement standard rate cards and governance mechanisms

Analyze inter-depot transfers and network inefficiencies

Establish and run monthly freight governance reviews

Expected Outcomes:

Deliver 510% cost advantage vs market

Establish standardized and controlled freight cost structure

Drive continuous cost reduction and eliminate inefficiencies

Candidate Profile:

710 years experience in logistics, freight costing, or transportation optimization

Strong expertise in road transportation (FTL), truck planning, and loading optimization

Proven experience in truck utilization improvement, route planning, and freight cost analysis

Hands on understanding of transporter operations, rate negotiation, and lane costing

Strong analytical capability (Excel mandatory; Power BI preferred)

Ability to work independently and drive cost reduction initiatives end-to-end

Strong communication skills: English and Hindi speaking

Experience in FMCG / Agri / Chemicals / Pharma preferred

Key Traits:

High ownership and accountability

Structured thinking and problem-solving mindset

Focus on tangible cost savings and business impact

Not an execution/dispatch role strategy, analytics, and governance focus